Challenge SCM Manual Corner Rounding Machine
Challenge SCM Manual corner rounder. Foot-operated, 2 in stack, corner sizes 1/8 to 5/8 in plus a straight knife, no power needed. Made in Michigan. Authorized Challenge dealer.
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Details & specifications
The Challenge SCM manual corner rounder is for short-run cards and booklets when hydraulic volume is not required.
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Overview
The manual SCM is Challenge's short-run corner rounder for on-demand card and booklet work. It uses the same Challenge die family as the hydraulic SCM, at lower capital cost and footprint.
Move to hydraulic SCM when daily corner volume outgrows manual operation.
The full model name is Single Cornering Machine, Manual Model. It is a durable, foot-activated corner rounder for small to mid-volume finishing. It makes clean, precise cuts in multiple corner sizes and has a compact, operator-friendly design.
Challenge Machinery builds this equipment in Norton Shores, Michigan. Mid-State Litho is the authorized Michigan dealer (about 30 years).
Key features
- Manual corner rounding
- Challenge die/knife ecosystem
- Short-run and on-demand work
- Integrator tooling support
Specifications
| Corner Sizes | 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 5/8″; straight knife (1-1/4″ diagonal max.) |
| Stack Height | 2″ (5 cm) |
| Table Depth / Width / Height | 24″ / 20-1/4″ / 36″ (61 / 51.5 / 91 cm) |
| Overall Height | 52″ (132 cm) |
| Floor Space Required | 24″ × 20-1/4″ (61 × 51.5 cm) |
| Net / Shipping Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) / ~265 lb (120 kg) |
| Power | None required - manual, foot-activated operation |
Specs can vary by configuration and options. Confirm against the factory sheet for the serial and options you order.
Why buy from Mid-State Litho
Mid-State Litho is an authorized Challenge Machinery dealer for about 30 years. Challenge is based in Norton Shores, Michigan, about two hours from our Grand Blanc showroom and service depot. We stock knives, sticks, drill bits, and wear parts. We install and train on site, and we service equipment across Michigan and the Great Lakes. Call 1-800-343-4231 or request a quote. Browse Challenge Machinery.
Related equipment and supplies
Related: SCM hydraulic · corner rounders · Challenge Machinery.
Call 1-800-343-4231 to size this for your stock and volume.
Cornering dies for the SCM Manual
These Challenge cornering dies fit the SCM Manual:
For other corner sizes, call 1-800-343-4231. We stock Challenge knives and wear parts in Grand Blanc.
Delivery and service
The SCM Manual ships direct from Challenge Machinery by LTL freight. It usually ships in 2 to 4 weeks.
The machine needs no electrical power. It needs a floor space of 24" x 20-1/4".
For service and on-site training, call 1-800-343-4231. For a monthly payment, see financing and leasing.
FAQ
Which corner sizes does the Challenge SCM Manual cut?
It cuts 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 5/8" corners. A straight knife cuts a diagonal up to 1-1/4".
How high a stack can the SCM Manual cut?
The maximum stack height is 2" (5 cm).
Does the SCM Manual need electrical power?
No. The operator works the machine with a foot pedal.
How much floor space does the SCM Manual need?
It needs 24" x 20-1/4" (61 x 51.5 cm) of floor space. The overall height is 52".
When do I need the hydraulic SCM instead?
Choose the hydraulic SCM when your daily corner volume is too high for manual operation. Both models use the Challenge die family.
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On-site setup and operator training included.
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Replacement parts fabricated in-house.
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Lease and purchase options available.